noun
- abrupt rudeness in manner or speech; bluntness
Usage: formal; from French
Examples
- His brusquerie made the interview uncomfortable for everyone.
- She was known for her brusquerie when dealing with incompetent staff.
- The manager’s brusquerie alienated potential clients.
- Despite his expertise, his brusquerie hindered his career advancement.
- The diplomat’s brusquerie was inappropriate for such delicate negotiations.
- Her brusquerie masked a deep insecurity about her abilities.